Angami Public Organisation
Indian organisation
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The Angami Public Organisation (APO) is a public organisation based in the Indian state of Nagaland. Headquartered in Kohima, it was established on 8 April 1972 and serves as the apex organisation of the Angami Nagas.[1][2]
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| Abbreviation | APO |
|---|---|
| Founded | 8 April 1972 |
| Headquarters | Kohima |
Region served | Angami Region, India |
Key people | Thejao Vihienuo President |
| Motto: Right is Might | |
The organisation often engages with government authorities and other tribal bodies on matters such as development, land rights and peace initiatives in the region.
History
Angami Public Organisation was founded on 8 April 1972 with Zapuvisie Lhousa as its first president.[3]
Member organisations
The Angami Public Organisation comprises several area-based public organisations representing different regions of the Angamis. These constituent bodies form the core structure of the APO and participate in its deliberations and decision-making. They are:[4]
- Chakhroma Public Organisation
- Northern Angami Public Organisation
- Southern Angami Public Organisation
- Western Angami Public Organisation
Frontal organisations
The APO works in coordination with various frontal organisations which function as affiliated bodies and assist in addressing issues related to their respective groups. They are:[4]
- Angami Gazetted Officers' Krotho
- Angami Sports Association
- Angami Students' Union
- Angami Women Organisation
- Angami Youth Organisation
Presidents
| President |
Tenure |
Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Thejao Vihienuo | 2024–Incumbent | [5] |
| Razouvotuo Chatsu | 2021–2024 | [6] |
| Kepelhusie Terhüja | 2018–2021 | [7] |
| Vilhusa Seleyi | 2015–2018 | [8] |
| Keneingunyü Sekhose | 2011–2015 | [9] |
| Kekhriengulie Linyü | 2008–2011 | [10] |
| Mhiesizokho Zinyü | 2005–2008 | [11] |
| Vipose Zao | 2002–2005 | [12] |
| Kewhilhou Miachieo | 1999–2002 | |
| Neidilie Kuotsu | 1997–1999 | |
| Krurovi Peseyie | 1996–1997 | [13] |
| Abi Yalie | 1992–1996 | [14] |
| Zaku Zachariah Tsükrü | 1990–1992 | |
| Kerisal Kenna-o | 1988–1990 | |
| P. Vikuolie Pienyü | 1987–1988 | |
| Joshua Kire | 1984–1987 | |
| Thinuoselie Keyho | 1980–1984 | |
| Setu Liegise | 1975–1980 | |
| Zapuvisie Lhousa | 1972–1975 | [15] |
